PACE K9 Liability Waiver & Release of Claims

This Liability Waiver and Release of Claims (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between PACE K9 (“Trainer”, “we”, “us”, “our”) and the undersigned participant (“Client”, “Participant”, “you”, “your”), collectively “Parties.”

PACE K9

ASSUMPTION OF RISK, RELEASE OF LIABILITY, INDEMNIFICATION & CONSENT AGREEMENT

WASHINGTON STATE

Business Name: Pace K9 Services: Mobile Canine Fitness & Conditioning, INCLUDING USE OF CANINE SLATMILLS

IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE

THIS AGREEMENT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS. READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING.

1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK

I UNDERSTAND AND ACKNOWLEDGE that participation in canine fitness and conditioning activities, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE USE OF DOG-POWERED SLATMILLS, involves INHERENT, KNOWN, AND UNFORESEEABLE RISKS.

These risks INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Muscle strain, ligament injury, soreness, or fatigue

• Abrasions, paw pad injuries, nail damage, or skin irritation

• Overexertion, overheating, dehydration, or collapse

• Stress, anxiety, fear responses, or behavioral escalation

• Sudden movements, slips, loss of footing, or missteps

• Equipment malfunction, shifting, or mechanical failure

• Aggravation of pre-existing or UNDIAGNOSED medical conditions

I VOLUNTARILY AND KNOWINGLY ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ALL RISKS, WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN, ASSOCIATED WITH MY DOG’S PARTICIPATION IN PACE K9 SERVICES.

2. SLATMILL-SPECIFIC ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT:

• SLATMILLS ARE SELF-POWERED CANINE EXERCISE DEVICES THAT REQUIRE COORDINATION, STRENGTH, AND MENTAL TOLERANCE

• MY DOG MAY STOP, STUMBLE, PANIC, RESIST, OR ATTEMPT TO EXIT THE SLATMILL WITHOUT WARNING

• INJURY MAY OCCUR EVEN WHEN ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE USED

• PACE K9 DOES NOT GUARANTEE INJURY-FREE PARTICIPATION, PERFORMANCE RESULTS, OR FITNESS OUTCOMES

• MY DOG WILL NOT BE PHYSICALLY FORCED TO USE THE SLATMILL; HOWEVER, VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION DOES NOT ELIMINATE RISK

• PACE K9 HAS SOLE DISCRETION TO MODIFY OR TERMINATE ANY SESSION BASED ON OBSERVED SAFETY CONDITIONS

I UNDERSTAND THAT SLATMILL USE INVOLVES HEIGHTENED PHYSICAL RISK COMPARED TO STANDARD EXERCISE.

3. HEALTH & BEHAVIOR DISCLOSURE

I REPRESENT AND WARRANT THAT MY DOG:

• IS PHYSICALLY CAPABLE OF EXERCISE

• HAS NO MEDICAL, ORTHOPEDIC, NEUROLOGICAL, OR RESPIRATORY CONDITION THAT MAKES PARTICIPATION UNSAFE, EXCEPT AS DISCLOSED BELOW

• IS FREE FROM CONTAGIOUS ILLNESS

• IS CURRENT ON VACCINATIONS

I UNDERSTAND THAT UNDISCLOSED OR UNKNOWN CONDITIONS INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY AND I ACCEPT FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH RISKS.

4. HANDLER / TRAINER OBSERVATION DISCLAIMER

I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:

• PACE K9 PERSONNEL ARE NOT VETERINARIANS AND DO NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE OR DIAGNOSIS

• ANY OBSERVATIONS REGARDING MY DOG’S MOVEMENT, FATIGUE, POSTURE, OR PERFORMANCE ARE NON-MEDICAL OPINIONS ONLY

• NOT ALL SIGNS OF INJURY, STRESS, OR UNDERLYING CONDITIONS ARE OBSERVABLE

• FAILURE TO IDENTIFY OR INTERPRET SIGNS OF DISTRESS SHALL NOT CONSTITUTE NEGLIGENCE

I AM SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR SEEKING VETERINARY CARE BEFORE, DURING, OR AFTER PARTICIPATION.

5. MOBILE BUSINESS & LOCATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT PACE K9 IS A MOBILE SERVICE AND SESSIONS MAY OCCUR AT:

• MY PRIVATE PROPERTY (INCLUDING DRIVEWAYS OR DESIGNATED AREAS)

• THIRD-PARTY PRIVATE LOCATIONS APPROVED BY ME

I UNDERSTAND THAT MOBILE SETTINGS MAY PRESENT ADDITIONAL RISKS, INCLUDING UNEVEN SURFACES, WEATHER CONDITIONS, DISTRACTIONS, OR ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS.

I AGREE THAT I AM RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THE LOCATION IS REASONABLY SAFE AND RELEASE PACE K9 FROM LIABILITY RELATED TO SITE CONDITIONS OUTSIDE ITS DIRECT CONTROL.

6. RELEASE & WAIVER OF LIABILITY (WASHINGTON)

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY WASHINGTON LAW, I HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND HOLD HARMLESS PACE K9, ITS OWNERS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, AND AGENTS FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING THOSE ARISING FROM ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE, RELATED TO MY DOG’S PARTICIPATION IN PACE K9 SERVICES.

THIS WAIVER DOES NOT APPLY TO GROSS NEGLIGENCE, RECKLESSNESS, OR INTENTIONAL MISCONDUCT WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

7. INDEMNIFICATION

I AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, AND HOLD HARMLESS PACE K9 FROM ANY CLAIMS, DAMAGES, LOSSES, OR EXPENSES (INCLUDING ATTORNEY FEES) ARISING FROM:

• MY DOG’S ACTIONS OR BEHAVIOR

• INJURY OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY MY DOG

• FALSE, INCOMPLETE, OR MISLEADING INFORMATION PROVIDED BY ME

• MY FAILURE TO CONTROL MY DOG OUTSIDE ACTIVE TRAINING

8. EMERGENCY VETERINARY AUTHORIZATION

IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, I AUTHORIZE PACE K9 TO SEEK VETERINARY CARE IF I CANNOT BE REACHED. ALL VETERINARY COSTS ARE MY SOLE RESPONSIBILITY.

9. GOVERNING LAW & SEVERABILITY

THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON. IF ANY PORTION IS FOUND UNENFORCEABLE, THE REMAINING PROVISIONS SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT.

Owner Information:

Dog #1 Information:

Dog #2 Information:

Electronic Ownership & Authority Certification

(Required – Must Check to Proceed)

1. I am the legal owner of the dog(s) identified in this Agreement OR I have full legal authority from the legal owner to enter into this Agreement and bind the owner to all terms and conditions contained herein.

2. The dog is not subject to any ownership dispute, lien, court order, seizure, or third-party claim.

3. I agree to provide proof of ownership or written authorization upon request, including but not limited to county license records, veterinary records, microchip registration, adoption documentation, or written authorization from the legal owner.

4. I understand that PACE K9 is expressly relying upon this certification in accepting the dog for slatmill conditioning and services.

5. I agree that any misrepresentation regarding ownership or authority constitutes a material breach of this Agreement.

6. I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PACE K9, its owners, members, managers, employees, contractors, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, losses, costs, and attorney’s fees arising out of or relating to any dispute concerning ownership, authority, or control of the dog.

Electronic Signature Acknowledgment

(Required – Must Check to Proceed)

By typing my full legal name below and submitting this form, I acknowledge and agree that:

• My electronic signature is the legally binding equivalent of my handwritten signature.

• I intend to sign this Agreement and be legally bound by its terms.

• I have read and fully understand this Agreement in its entirety.